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Academy Award winner Hilary Swank stars in an inspirational film, based on the true story of teacher Erin Gruwell and her students the Freedom Writers. This group of inner city, at risk students defied the odds to be heard, as Gruwell urges her class to tell their stories through journals writing. Given the ability to express themselves through words and not violence, the kids begin to see connections to eachother that they never knew existed.
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Swank Lands 'PS, I Love You' Lead for Warner
Hilary Swank has secured the lead role in the big screen adaptation of PS, I Love You".
05-19-06Trio Join Paramount's 'Freedom Writers'
A trio of actors, including Vera Drake star Imelda Staunton, are calling for "Freedom."
11-15-05Hilary Swank Experiences 'Freedom' at Paramount
Hilary Swank is set to star in Richard LaGravenese-directed drama Freedom Writers.
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